Apple reports second quarter results

Apple on Tuesday reported its fiscal second quarter results. According to the company, it had quarterly revenue of $52.9 billion and quarterly earnings per diluted share of $2.10. These results compare to revenue of $50.6 billion and earnings per diluted share of $1.90 in the year-ago quarter.

“We are proud to report a strong March quarter, with revenue growth accelerating from the December quarter and continued robust demand for iPhone 7 Plus,” said Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO. “We’ve seen great customer response to both models of the new iPhone 7 (PRODUCT)RED Special Edition and we’re thrilled with the strong momentum of our Services business, with our highest revenue ever for a 13-week quarter. Looking ahead, we are excited to welcome attendees from around the world to our annual Worldwide Developers Conference next month in San Jose.”

According to the financial results, Apple sold 50.7 million iPhones, which is down slightly from the 51.1 million in the year ago quarter. The company sold 8.9 million iPads, down from the 10.2 million in last year’s quarter, and they sold 4.2 million Macs, up from the 4 million in the year ago quarter.

Apple said international sales accounted for 65 percent of the quarter’s revenue.

Apple closed up 0.93 at $147.51 today, but is down 1.78 at $145.64 in after hours trading.